Bacon Mashed Potato

Bacon Mashed Potato

Creamy Bacon and Onion Mashed Potatoes are a rich, flavorful twist on a classic comfort food. This recipe combines fluffy boiled potatoes with crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and a touch of butter and milk for a velvety texture. The key to its deliciousness lies in perfectly frying the bacon until crispy and sautéing the onions until golden, reducing their sharpness for a milder, sweeter taste. A hint of chicken bouillon powder enhances the savory depth, while black pepper adds a subtle kick. Blending the potatoes with just the right amount of milk ensures a creamy consistency—thick yet smooth. Ideal for those who love indulgent sides, this dish is hearty enough to stand alone or pair beautifully with roasted meats. The crispy bacon and onion topping adds a delightful crunch, making every bite irresistible. Quick to prepare yet packed with flavor, these mashed potatoes are sure to become a family favorite!

15 Minutes
Medium
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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potatoes
300g
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bacon
100g

The aromatics

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onion
50g
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milk
100ml

The sauce & seasonings

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butter
2 tbsp
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chicken bouillon powder
1 tsp
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black pepper
to taste

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Peel the potatoes.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Boil them in a pot over high heat for 20 minutes.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Cut half an onion.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Cut the onion into small pieces.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Cut the bacon into small pieces.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Heat a pan with butter.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Stir-fry the onion until it changes color, and stir-fry for a while longer.

8. Step 8

Step 8
The longer you stir-fry, the less onion flavor there will be, which is suitable for those who don’t like onions.

9. Step 9

Step 9
Add butter and bacon.

10. Step 10

Step 10
Stir-fry the bacon until it’s crispy, which tastes better.

11. Step 11

Step 11
The potatoes are cooked when a chopstick can be easily inserted, after about 20 minutes, remove them from the pot.

12. Step 12

Step 12
Cut them into small pieces.

13. Step 13

Step 13
Put everything into a blender.

14. Step 14

Step 14
Add a bit of chicken bouillon powder if desired.

15. Step 15

Step 15
Use the blender in mix mode.

16. Step 16

Step 16
Pour in an appropriate amount of milk, stirring while pouring, be careful not to add too much or it will be too thin.

17. Step 17

Step 17
After it’s roughly mashed, add the bacon and onion.

18. Step 18

Step 18
Add black pepper.

19. Step 19

Step 19
Mix well.

20. Step 20

Step 20
Serve.

21. Step 21

Step 21
Shape it nicely.

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